In-Demand Production kitchen Jobs in Melbourne, Vic

Dairy Product Maker
That's Amore Cheese —Thomastown VIC
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Project Coordinator
CABLEX PTY LTD —Heidelberg West VIC
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Management
- Microsoft Office
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Back of House Team Member (Prep)
Hector's Deli —Abbotsford VIC
- $25.65 - $38.48 an hour
- Day shift
- Kitchen experience
- Time management
- Parental leave
Baker
Mad About Cakes —Caulfield South VIC
- $37.35 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- English
- Bakery
- In-person
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5d
Kitchen Hand & Production Assistant
Mörk Bakery —North Melbourne VIC
- $30.35 an hour
- Customer service
- In-person
- Kitchen
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12d
Pastry Chef
Maison Bake —Melbourne VIC
- From $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Bakery
- In-person
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12d
Experienced Kitchen Hands
The Big Group —Melbourne VIC
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Communication skills
- Kitchen experience
1d
Join Our Team
GWS —Box Hill North VIC
- $24.95 - $30.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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Sous Chef - Multiple Opportunities
Compass Group Australia —Melbourne VIC
- $36.90 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Administrative experience
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Dishwasher
La Belle Miette —Richmond VIC
- From $33.19 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Cake delivery driver + Kitchen Hand
Food Voyageur —Balaclava VIC
- $24.95 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Kitchen
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Commis Chef
AccorHotel —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Kitchen experience
- Employee assistance program
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Roving Chef
Contemporary Catering —Glenroy VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Kitchen experience
- Travel reimbursement
- Employee discount
Chef
Compass Group Australia —Melbourne VIC
- $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Organisational skills
- Budgeting
- Parental leave
Baker
Premier Food Brands Pty LTD —Campbellfield VIC
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bakery
- Education
- In-person
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SERVICE TECHNICIAN – Commercial Dishwashers
Hobart Food Equipment —Melbourne VIC
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Customer service
- Bakery
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5d
Machine Operator/Pies
Daniels Donuts —Truganina VIC
- $32 an hour
- Weekend availability
- No degree
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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6d
Cook
Marble Age Pty Ltd —Glen Waverley VIC
- $77,000 - $78,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
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Back of House Hooligan (Kitchen Team Member)
Greenstreat —Fitzroy VIC
- $27.81 - $34.76 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- In-person
- Communication skills
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2d
Pastry Chef and Retail Bakery Manager
COCCINELLA CAFE - CLARENDON PTY LTD —South Melbourne VIC
- $75,000.00 - $85,000.05 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Customer service
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Dairy Product Maker

That's Amore Cheese
Thomastown VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Employee discount

Qualifications

Food production
Manufacturing
Food safety
Communication skills

Full Job Description

That’s Amore Cheese | Thomastown, Melbourne | Full-time | $75-80k

At That’s Amore Cheese, we don’t just make cheese — we craft moments of joy.

As a proudly Australian-owned and award-winning producer of authentic Italian-style cheeses, we supply restaurants, delis and supermarkets across Australia. With a passionate team of around 100 people, we are committed to quality, tradition and innovation in everything we do.

We are currently looking for a Dairy Product Maker to join our production team in Thomastown.

If you love food, take pride in quality workmanship and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment — this could be the role for you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be hands-on in the cheese-making process, ensuring our products meet the highest quality and food safety standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

Prepare and process milk for cheese production in accordance with production schedules
Monitor pasteurisation, fermentation and curd development processes
Perform curd cutting, cooking, draining and stretching (including fresh and pasta filata styles such as mozzarella and burrata)
Moulding, portioning and forming cheeses to specification
Working to specification/quality standards
Preparing and processing milk
Mould, portion and form cheeses to specification
Monitor moisture, texture and quality parameters throughout production
Examining products for defects
Conduct quality checks and accurately record batch and production data
Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP and internal food safety procedures
Compiling quality assurance reports, maintaining documentation and reporting findings
Ongoing assessment of product quality
Examining products for defects and grading produce
Monitoring moisture, texture and quality parameters
Quality checks during production
Set up, operate and monitor dairy production machinery and equipment
Adjust machine settings to maintain optimal performance and product consistency
Monitoring the filling of containers and adjusting machines to maintain volume and seal quality recording information such as numbers, weight, times and dates.
Identify and troubleshoot minor mechanical or process issues
Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
Report equipment faults promptly to maintenance or supervisors
Maintain accurate production and downtime records
Assist with weighing, packing and labelling finished products
Packing, attaching pre-printed labels, and counting, weighing and measuring amounts.
Checking the cleanliness and operation of machines, equipment and containers
Support production line operations to meet daily output targets
Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely order fulfilment
Maintain a clean and organised work environment
Clean and sanitise equipment and work areas including sanitisation checks in accordance with food safety standards
Adhere to workplace health and safety (WHS) policies at all times
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience

Experience in dairy manufacturing, food production or commercial kitchens (preferred but not essential)
Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
Experience operating manufacturing or production equipment (advantageous)
Strong attention to detail and quality focus
Physically fit and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious

Personal Attributes

Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
Team player with good communication skills.
Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads.
Positive attitude towards maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Formal dairy or food technology qualifications are highly regarded but not essential, training will be provided for the right person.

Why Join That’s Amore?

Be part of a passionate, supportive team
Work with premium, award-winning products
Career growth opportunities in a growing business
Staff discounts on our delicious cheeses
A workplace that values authenticity, teamwork and excellence

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and help us continue bringing a slice of Italy to Australia, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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